ART(+)VALUES(in)PORN

This year we have expanded our focus on films with sexually explicit content. There’s been an impressive increase in the production of Alt Porn, or alternative porn, over the last few years, a positive development which is inspiring on several levels: variation in themes, increased diversity, artistic expressions, and positive representations.

Porn is a film genre most of us are very familiar with, but we are taught to regard it as ”filth” and label it oppressive to women. But the best thing is to not talk about it at all.

The shame projected on us over something as natural as our sexuality, will be passed on for generations if we continue to sweep it under the rug, and it to the internet to take care of sexual education.

Sex is a great marketing tool, but the way it’s presented reinforces feelings of insecurity when it comes to our sexuality, body image and self worth.

Sex can be beautiful, wet and fun, rough or soft, vanilla flavored or a variety of tastes in kink. You can enjoy it alone, with a partner or in group settings, but regardless of your preference it’s important to be sex positive, create a safe space, and remember there are no rights or wrongs as long as the sex is consensual.

AltPorn is sex positive, it welcomes and celebrates diversity in gender, identity, orientation and bodies. There’s an open dialogue between cast and crew, resulting in authentic experiences on camera with a positive and empowering effect. These are real people, often in real situations, in films which can be as funny as they are political, with a playfulness in both content and visual expressions - but all contributing to battle prejudice and false impressions.

Our featured filmmakers and guests, Gala Vanting, Colby Keller, and Antonio Da Silva, are all established names in the industry, each with their unique approach and vision as they explore and challenge common perceptions of films labelled ”pornography”.

With open minds, clear visions and experimenting with visuals and techniques, the line between porn and art overlap or blur, and this is one aspect we wish to address in this series of screenings and discussions.

We hope this selection of films and presentations will be a source of joy, inspiration and information, as well as challenge our perceptions.